About

Mr. Saifullahi Umar is a seasoned professional with a Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture (with a focus on Economics and Extension), and a Professional Diploma in Computer Studies. He is also a Certified Business Development Service Provider. Mr. Umar's expertise spans various facets, including agricultural value chains, livelihood, and natural resource economics, as well as adeptness in data management application packages. Presently, Mr. Umar is actively pursuing a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, specializing in Livelihood and Natural Resource Economics, at Bayero University's Centre for Dryland Agriculture, which is designated as a World Bank Centre for Excellence. With over a decade of experience in the agribusiness development sector, Mr. Umar has established himself as an Agribusiness Development and Value Chain Expert. His diverse professional journey encompasses consultancy roles for esteemed local and international institutions, including the Agroprocessing, Productivity, and Livelihood Enhancement Support Project (APPEALS) under the World Bank's purview. He has also lent his expertise to organizations like ACDI-VOCA, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, the Lee Group of Companies, Mafita (a DFID-funded Project), and TECNI Seeds. Mr. Umar's extensive involvement includes conducting a series of in-depth value chain studies across cereals, horticulture, and agro-forestry products. His wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience positions him as a pivotal contributor to the agribusiness development landscape.

Skills

  • Agriculture
  • Business Development
  • Finance
  • Project Management
  • Software development
  • Teaching

Recommendations

Experience

Sagir Magaji

1/23/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Saifullahi Umar

Kabir Shehu Ahmad

1/21/2026
10

"Well dedicated person "

aliyu ahmad

1/20/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Saifullahi Umar

MUSA IBRAHIM

10/6/2025
Provided a score of  
10
  for Saifullahi Umar

Jamiu Wahab

10/1/2025
Provided a score of  
1
  for Saifullahi Umar

Etimbuk Martin

9/30/2025
Provided a score of  
9
  for Saifullahi Umar

Shuaibu Sani

9/24/2025
Provided a score of  
10
  for Saifullahi Umar

Halilu Garba

9/9/2025
Provided a score of  
10
  for Saifullahi Umar

Ibrahim Bako

8/22/2025
Provided a score of  
10
  for Saifullahi Umar

muftahu musa

5/27/2025
10

"I recommend you based on your excellent performance and your capacity building towards the achieving 11 point agenda of his Excellency, the executive governor of jigawa state Malam Umar Namadi FCA . I advise you to keep on doing all your best for the betterment of the people jigawa state."

kutarju john

5/23/2025
10

"He is very good
‘10’"

Aishat Muhammad

5/22/2025
5

"10"

Mustapha Garba

5/14/2025
8

"1. Teaching

Focus on Engagement: Use interactive methods (quizzes, discussions, real-life examples) to maintain student interest.

Adapt to Learners: Cater to different learning styles (visual, auditory, kinesthetic).

Continuous Feedback: Provide timely feedback and encourage questions.

Use Technology: Leverage tools like Google Classroom, Kahoot, and interactive whiteboards.

Lifelong Learning: Keep updating your knowledge and teaching methods.


2. Software Development

Follow Best Practices: Use clean code principles (SOLID, DRY, KISS).

Version Control: Master Git/GitHub workflows.

Test-Driven Development (TDD): Write tests to ensure code quality.

Agile & DevOps: Familiarize yourself with Agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.

Learn Modern Tools: Stay updated with frameworks (React, Node.js, Python, etc.) and cloud services (AWS, Azure).



3. Project Management

Clear Planning: Define scope, timeline, and resources upfront.

Use Frameworks: Master Agile, Scrum, or PMP methodologies depending on project type.

Effective Communication: Regular updates with stakeholders and team members.

Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks early.

Tools to Know: Jira, Trello, MS Project, Asana, Slack for in collaboration."

Jibrin Idris

11/30/2023
10

"Excellent"

Salis Yaro

11/29/2023
8

"He is a very hard working individual with an optimistic mindset. I believe he will add positive value to your company when given the opportunity."

MUHAMMAD WAKILI

8/29/2023
10

"This is a welcome development"

Sani Musa

8/17/2023
9

"That is excellent am wishing you success."

Umar Kawu

8/16/2023
10

"Very good"

Emmanuel Ojoagefu

8/15/2023
10

"VERY GOOD"

Akeem Agbaje

8/14/2023
7

"A brilliant and dedicated agricultural economist."